Cryptic crossword clue
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The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word DISPENSED

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What does DISPENSED mean?

DISPENSED verb
  1. To issue, distribute, or give out.
  2. To apply, as laws to particular cases; to administer; to execute; to manage; to direct.
  3. To supply or make up a medicine or prescription.
  4. To give a dispensation to (someone); to excuse.
  5. To compensate; to make up; to make amends.

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